RAMBAN: The General Observer for AC-54 Ramban and AC-55 Banihal, Himanshu Kumar Rai, along with Police Observer Kunal Aggarwal, today reviewed the preparedness of the district administration for conducting free, fair and transparent General Legislative Assembly Elections 2024 in district Ramban.
District Election Officer Ramban, Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary; Senior Superintendent of Police, Kulbir Singh; ADDC, Roshan Lal; RO AC-54 Ramban, S. Harpal Singh, along with other officers and officials were present on the occasion.
The Observers inspected key locations, including the Strong Room and the 24×7 Election Control Room established within the District Administrative Complex, Maitra Ramban, to gain firsthand insights into the election arrangements.
Earlier, the DEO presented a comprehensive PowerPoint Presentation outlining the district’s geography, challenges, and the extensive preparations undertaken by the District Administration and Police Department to ensure a smooth electoral process.
He provided detailed insights into the setup of Strong Rooms, 24X7 Election Control Room, establishment and management of Polling Stations, Transport Plan, randomization of EVMs and staff and the management of Service Voters and Postal Ballots.
During the meeting, the Observers stressed the importance of close coordination and teamwork to enhance election preparedness across the district.
The Observers assured the officers of full cooperation and guidance throughout the election process, emphasizing the need to promptly address complaints and issues to ensure smooth operations in both Assembly constituencies, AC-54 Ramban and AC-55 Banihal.
Commending the efforts of the District Administration, the General Observer highlighted the critical importance of ensuring a level playing field for all contestants. He urged the officers to strive for excellence in making the democratic process a success in the district.
